Written question asked by David Madel (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 April 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 May 2001. It was answered by Keith Vaz (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 May 2001 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, If he will make a statement on progress in the proximity talks concerning the future of Cyprus. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Sir David Madel: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on progress in the proximity talks concerning the future of Cyprus. [158629] Mr. Vaz: The UK continues to believe that the current UN settlement process, launched in December 1999 by the UN Secretary-General, offers the best chance of achieving both a just and lasting settlement in Cyprus and one which can take into account the vital concerns of both sides. We regret the current lack of progress in the talks but are confident that the UN will find a way to move the process forward. To that end we will continue to urge all those involved to be fully and positively engaged in the search for a solution.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 367 c579W; 158629
Session: 2000-01
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Cyprus International cooperation Foreign relations Peace negotiations
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